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The Microscope Master Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the MicroscopeMaster.com Website. Subscribe here.en-usbest microscopeThu, 12 Feb 2015 13:56:56 -0500Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:56:56 -0500microscopemaster.comA Business Opportunity for Every Woman - My Personal Message to Youhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/younique-by-hayley-anderson.html7074d34fbe13951456b101bab977ad14My personal message to you about the Younique business opportunity for every woman from the desk of MicroscopeMaster.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:56:54 -0500Molecular Biology of the Cell - 5th Edition Features and Reader Feedbackhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/molecular-biology-of-the-cell.html672de6aba62a9f3446543434bfc1b22cThe 5th edition of Molecular Biology of the Cell was released in 2007 and is the preeminent textbook for undergraduate, graduate, and researchers working in this field. Read a review here!Thu, 29 Jan 2015 10:14:09 -0500Levenhuk Microscopes - Quality at the Right Pricehttp://www.microscopemaster.com/levenhuk-microscopes.html6a399282a24d05e144906df730fa7cecLevenhuk Microscopes are becoming increasingly popular and expanding to the US Market. MicroscopeMaster features them here!Sun, 16 Feb 2014 11:26:35 -0500Mechanical Stage of a Microscope - Importance, Components and Effective Usehttp://www.microscopemaster.com/mechanical-stage-of-a-microscope.html7c4b308386621b200d16503633fbefe5A mechanical stage of a microscope refers to the mechanism that has been mounted on the stage for precise movement of the specimen on the microscope slide through the field of view.Sun, 13 Oct 2013 14:46:24 -0400AmScope 40X-1000X LED Cordless Student Microscope + Digital Camera Imagerhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/amscope-40x-1000x-led-cordless-student-compound-microscope.html52f7c7a7f16f0b2f8a73e49a236bb067This AmScope 40X-1000X LED cordless student compound microscope with a digital imager is an excellent basic beginner microscope and is a nice supplement to your child's studies.Thu, 3 Oct 2013 14:03:22 -0400Basic Microscope Ergonomicshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/basic-microscope-ergonomics.htmle859ed48e48efd887e0869611f447b0cLong term and frequent sessions with microscopes can result in pains and injuries for technicians/scientists using the instruments. Basic microscope ergonomics are explained here.Tue, 1 Oct 2013 12:37:53 -0400Gram Stain - Purpose, Procedure and Preparationhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/gram-stain.html15b7af7c8e1d68e5948db80a11439831Gram stain is one of the most common staining procedures. It is one of the differential stains used to characterize bacteria as either gram positive bacteria or gram negative bacteria.Mon, 23 Sep 2013 14:06:16 -0400Prepared Microscope Slides - Benefits and Recommendationshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/prepared-microscope-slides.htmldafe8241551acd66da7ff9ea1012c636Prepared microscope slides refer to those that have been previously mounted by a professional in the field, often contain 50 to 100 slides ready for a child, student or hobbyist to view. Wed, 18 Sep 2013 12:22:37 -0400Cell Staining in Microscopy - Types, Techniques, Preparations and Procedureshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/cell-staining-microscopy.html17923bd10721f5e557e82b184dfe5237Some cell structures are difficult to discern due to insufficient contrast. Cell staining is a technique used for the purpose of increasing color contrast of structural elements improving observation.Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:08:38 -0400Cell Division - Binary Fission, Mitosis, Meiosis & Cancerhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/cell-division.htmle48ec3ab202040221f40775fdcc3d007There are three major types of cell division, namely, binary fission, mitosis and meiosis. MicroscopeMaster explains and describes each in easy to understand detail here.Tue, 16 Jul 2013 16:51:49 -0400The LED Microscope Bulb - Mechanics and Construction http://www.microscopemaster.com/led-microscope-bulb-mechanics-construction.html4a7c684fe86585277f39c7e66689a0d2The mechanics and construction of the LED microscope bulb is explained by TDKK and presented on MicroscopeMaster.Wed, 3 Jul 2013 20:35:08 -0400Life Sciences Under the Microscope - Histology and Cell Biologyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/life-sciences.htmlfc2489532a8709601196fcf721999f43Microscopy plays a critical role in the life sciences. Microscopes have contributed significantly in the fields of cell biology and histology where great discoveries have been made over the years.Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:02:06 -0400Dimming a LED Microscope Bulbhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/dimming-led-microscope-bulb.html522fcdc35b5949913af325af6b0f0cb8Replacing your microscope's halogen bulb means setting up the perfect LED light supply for a smooth and flicker free microscope image.Tue, 4 Jun 2013 16:17:20 -0400Microscope Light Bulb - the New LED Light by TDKKhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/microscope-light-bulb-led-tdkk.htmlc0186f5fd4a38db0b88d33123567435aTDKK is offering a new LED microscope light bulb enhancing detail in your microscope images. Allowing for lower energy consumption and much less heat emission. Take a look!Sat, 18 May 2013 15:50:08 -0400Cleaning Your Microscope - Discussing Best Practiceshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/cleaning-your-microscope.html53b03b51bf0b0997a3570418188a185cCleaning your microscope requires a regular inspection and cleaning schedule to ensure your images remain crisp and your microscope stays protected. MicroscopeMaster explores this here.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:56:14 -0400Microscopy in Biotechnologyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/biotechnology.htmld3e781c06fdc6a18c2152b5a60f14ee0Biotechnology is the use of biological agents in a controlled manner. Microscopy is evolving to meet the demand for greater image resolution in order to contribute to biotechnological advancement.Wed, 3 Apr 2013 13:33:48 -0400Acoustic Microscopy - Benefits, Limitations and Useshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/acoustic-microscopy.htmlfc68f15c074260adacad066b26e564b2Acoustic microscopy is a technique that exemplifies the advancements and accomplishments of science and technology but remains underused. Read on!Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:26:21 -0400Histopathology - Analysis under the Microscopehttp://www.microscopemaster.com/histopathology.html00658d902a829a8de7e45912282da345Histopathology is a detailed branch of science that focuses solely on the anatomical changes that occur in diseased tissue at a microscopic level.Sat, 23 Mar 2013 11:00:35 -0400Carson Zorb USB Digital Microscope - A Tiny Treasure offering 35X magnification http://www.microscopemaster.com/carson-zorb-usb-digital-microscope.htmld0803113bfe5adb12bd9e673bb233469Carson Zorb USB Digital Microscope has brought a fairly smart and stylish design to us at an affordable price.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:29:29 -0400Immunohistochemistry and Microscopy - Techniques; Cancer Researchhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/immunohistochemistry.html393fc21b579710281ed13b3442fbeaaaScientists have been utilizing immunohistochemistry techniques to study, identify, and diagnose a variety of antigens that are present in diseased tissue, as well as those that cause an infectionThu, 7 Mar 2013 13:14:20 -0500Immunofluorescence in Microscopy - Applications, Direct and Indirect Methodshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/immunofluorescence-microscopy.html807038d62c30b73bd5b26eb1768d82ddImmunofluorescence is a common technique used to perform biological studies, as it allows scientists to identify and differentiate between antibodies and antigens present in a tissue sample. Sat, 2 Mar 2013 10:45:39 -0500Leitz Microscope - Features & Versatility of Orthoplan, Aristoplan and Diaplanhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/leitz-microscope.html916e27652bb907b2fbb735e3a4a0afdaDurable and well-engineered, a Leitz microscope offers versatility from their modular design. The Orthoplan, Aristoplan and Diaplan are examined here.Thu, 14 Feb 2013 12:52:40 -0500Blood Smear in Microscopy - Process and Technique, Artifacts/Refractileshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/blood-smear.htmlbe95efb3c7044d589fb43a52279c78f7Here at MicroscopeMaster, the goal of explaining the imaging of a blood smear is not to perform diagnoses but to briefly outline the technique and processes needed under brightfield microscopy.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:34:14 -0500ViTiny Pro10 Plus Portable Digital Microscope Reviewhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/vitiny-pro10-plus-portable-digital-microscope.html9539cf8ed87649cbc262c550c7da8094ViTiny Pro10 Plus portable digital microscope 10x-200x takes Photomicrography to New Heights, packed with features and great portability. MicroscopeMaster takes a closer look!Wed, 6 Feb 2013 17:12:46 -0500SE MW10087L 45X Mini Brass Microscope with Illuminator is a Sellout Ideahttp://www.microscopemaster.com/mini-brass-microscope.htmlf8b471f2b3cc4a7d1b3f1d83e79e886fThe SE MW10087L 45X Mini Brass Microscope with Illuminator sells itself - tiny, handy and powerful.Fri, 1 Feb 2013 07:54:58 -0500Zeiss Axiostar Plus Microscope - Ergonomics and Excellent Featureshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/zeiss-axiostar-plus-microscope.htmla092414f209a85a3bca23b8c5ab74656The Zeiss Axiostar plus microscope is an upright, light microscope with high performance and a low price tag. MicroscopeMaster reviews features here. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:59:55 -0500Surgical Microscope - Zeiss, Leica & Others - Important Features & Innovationshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/surgical-microscope.html555aacc7f29d6e56e4b589c966120a5aMicroscopeMaster takes a look at surgical microscopes from Zeiss, Leica and others to show you their innovation and features.Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:47:03 -0500OMAX 40X-2000X Digital Compound Microscope with Built-in 3.0MP USB Camerahttp://www.microscopemaster.com/omax-40x-2000x-digital-biological-compound-microscope.html10d45d6a4587b9f6aa4295900342618eOMAX 40X-2000X Digital Biological Compound Microscope with Built-in 3.0MP USB Camera and Double Layer Mechanical Stage is reviewed here. A remarkable microscope for a low price!Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:57:38 -0500Phytopathology - Analysis using Fluorescent and Electron Microscopyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/phytopathology.html623a90a591c56018b2fe0aaae8a1a117Phytopathology is the study of the causes of disease, whether environmental or biological, among plants. MicroscopeMaster examines plant pathogen microscopy.Mon, 7 Jan 2013 18:57:23 -0500Forensic Pathology - Microscopy Analysis and histopathologyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/forensic-pathology.html5753d07c9713b249b59bcc9d561573aaForensic pathology is an area quite different from the other subdivisions of scientific study, as it focuses on the numerous causes of death as opposed to illnesses and their cures or treatments.Sat, 5 Jan 2013 11:42:43 -0500Carbon Nanotubes - Properties, Modifications and Use in Atomic Force Microscopyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/carbon-nanotubes.html8c8b8f4066a67049a44ee29de533de33While carbon nanotubes are complex structures, one can easily come to understand them and their many functions when broken down into individual components.Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:20:19 -0500Cytopathology - Researching Cancer, Microscopic Analysis and Techniqueshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/cytopathology.htmlf75132e92f846398b943566c7af66868Cytopathology is probably one of, if not the most important, areas of study in the scientific community, as it observes and analyzes infected and infectious cells.Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:03:51 -0500Digital Pathology - Benefits for Today and into the Futurehttp://www.microscopemaster.com/digital-pathology.htmld64026ec020c4bff197e9806a1efef4cDigital Pathology extends the limits of microscopy, enabling students, educators, researchers, and clinicians to share tissue samples. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:07:17 -0500Celestron 44302 Handheld Digital Microscope - Features, Benefits, Shortcomingshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/celestron-44302-handheld-digital-microscope.htmla64878c212e5193d63aaacc3443badc8For professional microscopists as well as amateur, the Celestron 44302 handheld digital microscope may be the model of choice for your viewing needs. We do the research for you!Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:03:32 -0400Protists - Discovering the Kingdon Protista in Microscopyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/protists.htmle0788f211965a0e19c948b806efc2101For most individuals, the first images seen through the lens of a microscope are protists -- unicellular organisms and are categorized as plant-like, animal-like or fungus-like. Tue, 2 Oct 2012 13:47:51 -0400Histology Slides - For Hobbyists, Academic Institutions, and Research Labs!http://www.microscopemaster.com/histology-slides.html1101d2accd44b7df4bf7f03ec93f04ddHistology slides, easily purchased online, are available in kits containing tissue, blood smears, specific organs, and related diseases to benefit your student, institution and lab.Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:06:06 -0400Oil Immersion Microscopyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/oil-immersion-microscopy.html7db79920b8cf8466de99cafd70b9286cOil Immersion Microscopy is an essential tool in examining specimens under a compound microscope. MicroscopeMaster discusses the technique, advantages /disadvantages and more.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:32:00 -0400Microscopy Imaging Techniqueshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/microscopy-imaging-techniques.html15498179d2562a53d74308d4b10511f4A variety of microscopy imaging techniques are employed by scientists and researchers to improve their ability to view the microscopic world. Follow our links to explore these varied techniques.Sat, 15 Sep 2012 17:05:18 -0400Nanotechnology - Exploring Concepts, Possible Dangers and Its Affect on Medicinehttp://www.microscopemaster.com/nanotechnology.html8d47c523d76452da5de54b3b9b745d03The field of nanotechnology relates to the study and micromanipulation of nanostructure properties. This technology is on the verge of many innovative advances, which excites and concerns scientists. Wed, 5 Oct 2011 10:26:33 -0400Nanonics Optometronic 4000 - SPM Technology at its finesthttp://www.microscopemaster.com/nanonics-optometronic-4000.html9bc010ebe28cec6adbb2d7cb0bd41eb7A Near-field Scanning Optical Microscope (NSOM), the Nanonics Optometronic 4000 combines Nanonics’ pioneering multi-probe and atomic force capabilities with new nanomanipulation technology.Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:27:41 -0400Carson Pocket Microscope Review - MicroMax LED 60X - 100Xhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/carson-pocket-microscope.html3a64e1372fc4d17162c75e7695503d0dWhen it comes to science on the go, there are few things that you will find as handy as the Carson Pocket Microscope. Adults and children alike can easily examine objects anywhere, anytime! Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:38:02 -0400Differential Interference Contrast - How DIC works, Advantages and Disadvantageshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/differential-interference-contrast.html613b3e23ea8170128a31bef03035c814Differential Interference Contrast allows different parts of living cells and transparent specimens to be imaged by taking advantage of differences in light refraction. Read on!Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:19:12 -0400Brightfield Microscopy - Uses and Advancements; Advantages and Disadvantageshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/brightfield-microscopy.html1d3e19e8187acea6e048f6447994082bBrightfield microscopy is the most elementary form of microscope illumination techniques and is generally used with compound microscopes. Simple light microscopes are often referred to as brightfield.Thu, 9 Jun 2011 21:21:23 -0400Kohler Illumination - Components, Working Principle, Advantages & Disadvantageshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/kohler-illumination.html311a5bbf5a5c7c8595fdecc0de9cdc6bA method of illumination first devised in 1893, Kohler illumination optimizes a microscope’s optical train to produce homogenously bright light free from artifacts and glare. Read further here!Thu, 9 Jun 2011 11:45:05 -0400Antique Leeuwenhoek Microscope - The Lens - Observation of Specimenshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/leeuwenhoek-microscope.html445f124107d0fff0c36ddba0c85490b1The Leeuwenhoek microscope was a simple single lens device but it had greater clarity and magnification than compound microscopes of its time. Designed around 1668 by Antony van Leeuwenhoek. Read on!Thu, 26 May 2011 12:23:06 -0400Cell Theory and Microscopes: An Introduction to Microscopyhttp://www.microscopemaster.com/cell-theory.htmlfe6471e2c27ede29df441b08ccb26e7bWith applications in almost every area of science, cell theory provides a foundation for understanding the structure and function of cells, organs and diseases.Thu, 26 May 2011 12:12:17 -0400Nanobots - Uses in Medicine and Industry - Engineering and Drawbackshttp://www.microscopemaster.com/nanobots.html1b8e178415a2099fdeb1475e7018242cAn emerging branch of technological research, designing and constructing nanobots will have incalculable implications in science and industry. Read on!Sun, 22 May 2011 15:39:48 -0400How does a Microscope work ? http://www.microscopemaster.com/how-does-a-microscope-work.htmlfb3cdfc66678633dca7b603d0f6a440fA great deal of optical science is involved in answering the question “ how does a microscope work ? ” Read on to get the answer to this question.Mon, 16 May 2011 12:17:30 -0400